French

The amount of water necessary to make pastry dough is likely to change slightly from time to time, depending on variables such as humidity and the moisture content of your butter and even, believe it or not, your flour. This recipe is used to prepare Beef En Croûte with Coriander Walnut Filling.

This recipe, a refined trail mix if you will, is based on mendiants, a traditional French Christmas dish that consists of almonds, figs, hazelnuts, and raisins. Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less

Blackberries, strawberries, blueberries and raspberries are layered with white chocolate cream and store-bought puff pastry for a beautiful finale.

I often make a thick crème anglaise to serve with this compote, though it is delightful all on its own.

Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less but requires additional unattended time.

Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.

The relatively large amount of salt in this bread is the secret to a full-flavored baguette.

Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.

This is a great substitute for tartar sauce.

The rack is best if roasted at a higher temperature than the other cuts and basted often. A rack should be served at once.

The duck leg confit brings added richness to the bisque, but the soup is also delicious without it.